Delaware moves through the morning under a cold, gray veil as fog clings to neighborhoods and sidewalks glisten with a thin icy sheen. Cars roll cautiously through intersections, and bridges feel slick despite modest temperatures. The immediate concern fades later, but the next travel challenge is already lining up for Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through mid-morning across northern Delaware and nearby Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Freezing drizzle and mist create a light glaze on roads, sidewalks, and bridges. Temperatures hover near the freezing mark, allowing ice to linger longer than expected.
In Wilmington, drivers along I-95, Route 202, and local surface streets should expect patchy slick spots early. Fog reduces visibility at times, especially near river crossings. Crews continue treating roads, but caution remains essential. Slow down, avoid hard braking, and allow extra distance.
Attention then shifts to Sunday as a new system approaches. Clouds thicken through the day, and rain develops by afternoon and evening. Highs climb into the mid-40s, washing away lingering ice but creating widespread wet roads during peak travel hours. Plan extra time if heading out late Sunday.
Sunday night brings steadier rain and breezy conditions. As colder air waits just beyond, any lingering moisture becomes a concern early next week. Flash freezing is possible when temperatures drop again, especially on untreated surfaces after rain ends.
Monday stays unsettled with showers and highs near the upper 50s before cooler air returns Monday night. By Tuesday, highs fall into the mid-30s, restoring a winter feel. New Year’s Eve on Wednesday appears dry but chilly, with temperatures near the upper 30s as 2026 approaches.
Weather patterns remain active as holiday travel continues. Conditions may change quickly from wet to icy. Traveling Sunday or early next week? Tell us what road conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook: Wilmington, DE
- Today: Fog and early ice, improving later; high near 35
- Sunday: Cloudy, rain developing late; high near 44
- Monday: Showers likely, mild; high near 59
- Tuesday: Cloudy, colder; high near 36
- Wednesday (New Year’s Eve): Partly sunny, cool; high near 39
